Pakistan Violence Spirals: 11 Dead In Tehreek - i - Labbaik Protest Clashes

Protests by Tehreek - i - Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) turned violent in Lahore and Islamabad, killing 11 people due to police firing during a pro - Palestinian march. The demonstrators clashed repeatedly with police, causing severe disruption with barricades and internet shutdowns. TLP leaders urged martyrdom, while authorities condemned the misuse of protests for political gain.

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Pakistan Violence Spirals: 11 Dead In Tehreek - i - Labbaik Protest Clashes
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Pakistan Violence Spirals: 11 Dead In Tehreek - i - Labbaik Protest Clashes

IN SHORTProtests by Tehreek - i - Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) turned violent in Lahore and Islamabad, killing 11 people due to police firing during a pro - Palestinian march. The demonstrators clashed repeatedly with police, causing severe disruption with barricades and internet shutdowns. TLP leaders urged martyrdom, while authorities condemned the misuse of protests for political gain.

TL;DR

  • Tehreek
  • Labbaik Pakistan protests intensified in Lahore and Islamabad.
  • Police opened fire, killing 11 protesters.
  • Over 50 others were injured in clashes.
  • Protest march was in response to Israel's actions in Gaza.
  • Protesters called Punjab police "Israeli goons".
  • Police used tear gas and baton charges to disperse crowds.
  • Several police vehicles were set on fire during clashes.
  • Barricades and trenches erected to stop protesters.
  • US Embassy warned citizens to avoid the protest zones.
  • Pakistani government vowed to not allow violence for political gain.
  • Protest occurred coinciding with a Gaza peace deal.
  • Life paralysed in Islamabad, Rawalpindi with shutdowns.
  • Internet services suspended to curb unrest.
  • Protest led by TLP chief Saad Rizvi.
  • Political leaders expressed concerns over escalation.

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